Tikta kashaya rasam, katu vipaka, vata kapha haram. pitta karam,
lagu, saram, dipanam, ruksham, balyam, rasayanam, vrishyam, bhagnasanthana
karam. In vranam, apachi, arsas, granthi and in skin diseases.
Action and Uses in Unani
Resolved in piles, cough due to moisture, purgative of balgham.
Dries the ruthobath.
Uses
abscesses
arthritis
bronchitis
enlarged cervical glands
high cholesterol
cystitis
diabetes
endometriosis
gout
hemorrhoids
indigestion
leukorrhea
lumbago
nervous disorders
neurosis
rheumatic disorders
skin diseases
tumors
ulcers
Description
This herb is found in many parts of India.
It exudes a resin. When fresh, this oleo-gum-resin is moist, viscid,
fragrant and of a golden color. It burns in fire, melts in the sun,
and forms a milky emulsion with hot water. It is very often used
as a substitute for the more expensive myrr.
Dosage
Powder, pill.
Safety
Precautions: This herb may cause acute kidney infections and rashes.
Avoid eating sour, sharp indigestible foods when taking this herb.
No other information available. Do not take except under the direct
supervision of a qualified professional.